Mercury Retrograde 2022: What to Expect & Forecasts for May 8th-14th

 Sunday ~ Leo Moon for Mother's Day. This is a celebratory and outgoing sign. However, Uranus and the Sun square the Moon so some edges will be rough and unexpected changes of mind or plan are to be expected.  Works with contrasts, pursue your original idea or plan but in an alternate way. Listen to others who are very different in their desires or perspective. The best will come from working through things with good intentions today. Wear Gold.

Monday ~ Leo Moon opposite Saturn followed by void of course Moon 8:39 am ET until 6:53 pm ET. More of yesterday's vibes. Once you get one thing accomplished or sorted out, can you take some time to have fun or feel free of responsibility? Virgo Moon this evening favors organization and study as well as housecleaning. Today's color is Black.

Tuesday ~ Virgo Moon for outdoor activities, connecting with animals and nature, and for clearing up any misunderstandings and trying not to form new ones, as the Moon squares Mercury at the precipice of Mercury retrograde. Plans may be out the window this week so get in a flexible frame of mind. Mercury retro begins in Gemini at 7:47 am ET and lasts until June 3rd. In Gemini, Mercury messes with words, messages, news and possibly truth/deception. Jupiter moves to Aries today, which is a huge shift and kind of a big deal. Jupiter in Aries will push for growth and beginnings, taking spark to a flame. Versatile thinking and action is key on this day of change. Wear Indigo.

Wednesday ~ Virgo Moon opposes Mars which is emotionally challenging and also may bring up anger over things not done as expected or 'correctly'. Patience is called for today. The Moon and Sun align, which is nicer and may lead to decisiveness and feeling aligned within oneself even if the world goes crazy around you. Have a priority list and slowly move through it. Drown out with noise with a forest bath or oceanside time. Wear Brown.

Thursday ~ Virgo Moon and Pluto form a harmonious trine for late night into morning reflection and immersion in personal matters. It's a contemplation time when many will be sleeping, so perhaps it reflects in your dreams. This is midnight and beginning of void Moon until 2:34 am ET when the Moon shifts into Libra. Libra Moon almost immediately opposes Jupiter newly in Aries (and Venus later on) and questions and negotiations about how to grow and expand as partners, business or romantic partners, will arise. Mercury retrograde is in trine with the Moon and we go over past decisions for revisions. Pink is today's color.

Friday ~ Libra Moon trine to Saturn in Aquarius for seeking group harmony and consensus. Important matters come up for agreement. It's a day to work on partnership, collaboration, mission statements and other things that are mediated or decided together. If there's nothing serious on your agenda, and if you need an uplift, try music in the background or performed live, and dance away a worry. Wear Purple. 

Saturday ~ Libra Moon squares Pluto and the Moon is void from 4:07 am to 6:34 am ET. Scorpio Moon time takes over. Pluto is Scorpio's planet, and themes of privacy, inner wisdom and contemplation, and creativity from a deep emotional place are activated today. People may want their space to think and feel and get personally organized with either possessions or emotions. Wear Black today.

Mercury will be retrograde in Gemini until May 22nd, and on the 21st Mercury retrograde meets the Sun, sparking news and reunions or reconnections with people from the past. Plans and projects may be put on hold now for one reason or another. Things are likely to be confusing during the first part of the retrograde and then to slow down during the second half. The eclipse at Full Moon of May 15th/16th offers a contrasting effect and may accelerate certain things. The initiation of action may take longer though the events or news may come fast. Sit with decisions of a long term nature so you don't have to reverse them later. Really connect with your truth and your gut during this period of time. 

Astrology night Wed May 11th 7:00 pm at Leaping Waters, for gallery style readings. Sign up at www.leapingwatersyoga.com

Solar Eclipse Developments All Week ~ May 1st to 7th, 2022

 I just made a spontaneous decision to gather a group in the studio for some calming, reassuring 'meditation', astrology insights for eclipse and Mercury retrograde time, and intuitive on the spot readings. I haven't done this in a long time! If you'd like to come, please sign up in advance on my Leaping Waters website. The studio is in South Portland near Mill Creek and Casco Bay bridge and there's easy parking and commuting to this centrally located area which is even on the bus line. 

Here goes! Wednesday, May 11th 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm $40 or 'date night rate' 2 for $70

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Sunday ~ Taurus Moon meets cathartic and fast acting Uranus just hours after the solar eclipse/New Moon. This is wild, unbridled energy that could be incredibly inspiring and action oriented. Things that must be responded to, pretty much immediately or in a compelling way, rise up with this conjunction and the eclipse itself. Venus aligns with Pluto for inner sense and intuition regarding self and relationships and 'what to do' to align with Balance and Harmony. Listen to that inner wisdom and do not act against your better judgment. Taurus Moon has two other aspects to Saturn (challenging) and Neptune (easygoing), and this combination requires holding good boundaries and staying in your truth so that there's not a lapse in good judgment or faith or a lean into escapism. Ground in what's real. Mercury retrograde is getting close too, and that's yet another reason to practice patience, observe and stay in your truth when required and compelled to decide, act, announce or break new ground. Today's color is Yellow (for solar plexus chakra and centeredness).

New Moon Yin & Restorative Yoga with balancing Reiki by Melissa Urey has openings 4:00-5:30 pm

I will guide this gentle, grounded yoga practice to help with 'issues in the tissues' as Melissa offers reiki to you on your mat. 146 Ocean St South Portland, at Leaping Waters Yoga

Monday ~ Taurus Moon aligns with benevolent Jupiter, the planet of wisdom visiting loving Pisces. The Moon also connects with Pluto in Capricorn for inner knowing, and with Venus in Pisces for emotional relationships and finding harmony. It is a heart and third eye centered day and as you act or decide, tune into your heart and your intuition for best outcomes. New Moon and eclipse time continues to throw unexpected situations and opportunities our way and some will be very beneficial! Remember too that all change creates some stress for mind and body, and there is a line between healthy and unhealthy stress. Void Moon 6:13 am to 6:47 am ET and then a Gemini Moon sparks the words, the news and the official announcements related to eclipse happenings. This is particularly emphasized as the Moon and Mercury meet in Mercury's home sign. Anxieties may heighten or arise. Center in your breath and breath longer exhales in the midst of excitement or stress. Breath is the best indicator of a long healthy life. Venus moves to Aries, the impulsive and beginnings sign, at 12:10 pm. Venus is the planet of relationships and our personal appearance, the surface of things and also the heart. Today's color is Pink.

Tuesday ~ Gemini Moon squares Mars. Yikes, this feels tense and possibly argumentative or confrontational. In contrast, Jupiter aligns with Pluto and it's so much more about our chill, aware self that can tune out the noise and distractions. Favored activities: Meditation, Mindfulness, Quiet, Journaling and Writing (just not anything confrontational or disturbing), Self Awareness, Exercise, Nature walks, and getting out of your head and into your grounded self. This day has a spiritual soul centered aspect. Social Media could cause issues and texts may lead to misunderstandings of a strong nature. Lay low, be cool and patient. Today's color is Black.

Wednesday ~ Gemini Moon with two squares and a trine. We still need to try and not get caught up in disagreements or confrontations that will not be productive. Approach things sensitively and kindly or wait it out instead. Mars aligns with Uranus and that looks like upheaval, a need to tear things apart and break them down for recycling. And it's still the eclipse cycle and we are influenced by the solar eclipse for awhile month, especially this week, not far from last Saturday's New Moon. Things are developing and shifting in ways you had no idea of or didn't think were the most likely scenarios, and it's a LOT of adjustment for everyone. So whether the other person or party is on your side or not, they are going through this in their own way too. I don't expect things to just be smooth and easy right now. It's a transforming time and all of this takes it's own course. Just do the best you can. Cancer Moon time 7:05 pm after a relatively short void of course (starting at 4:37 pm ET). A better night for staying home or in the comfort zone. Wear White.

Thursday ~ Cancer Moon aspects are mixed today, with a square to Venus in Aries that triggers emotional and relationship 'stuff' that needs sorting. Some will want to make a break and/or come on strong while the others want the traditional and unchanging situation. This is not easy to reconcile and we'll be hearing about separations and break ups during this eclipse period. The Sun and Uranus burst forth in conjunction (and in harmony with the Cancer Moon) with surprising news that is likely to stick and persevere in spite of resistance or obstacles. This actually happens overnight tonight, and is full of forthcoming action, rebuilding and renewal, yet also sudden or shocking in its nature. Feelings and events create responses in the body. Listen and really feel so you don't bypass  your gut, your heart, or what your body needs for movement and nutrition. We need all the right ingredients right now to feel at our best or at least competent and uncrushable. Wear Blue and some metallic silver, gold or copper for added energy. 

Friday ~ Cancer Moon sextile to Uranus and the Sun, as described in Thursday's forecast. It's full of surprise and change that yields emotional and physical responses. Do something calming and neutralizing amidst all the external action and news. The Moon aligns with Mars, yet it may feel like too  much emotion or lead to emotional reactions that are not intended. Can feelings be recognized yet kept in some sort of check? Mothers Day weekend brings up feelings too, about family and parenting and the Moon in Cancer is the sign of mother, so this may feel somehow intensified. In Gemini, Mercury syncs up with Venus in Aries for a favorable meeting or date and energy for new or renewal in relationships. Today's color is Orange.

Saturday ~ The Moon moves from Cancer to Leo at 7:50 am ET. This may feel like a welcome shift. Overnight, the Sun and Mars aligned for a feelings of needing to absolutely now 'do something' about what's been on your mind or pending. So we may wake up with that impulse. It's very close to Mercury retrograde in Gemini now, so think out your best options and make it flexible for the future. Try not to burn a bridge unless you are absolutely sure and have been knowing this for a while. Leo Moon lines up with Mercury in Gemini for expressiveness, acting and performing, enjoying being the audience, glamming things up, and positive news or conversations. It's a social vibe. It's also a date night with new romance or sparking long term love flames both favored as the Moon and Venus are in harmony in fire signs. Fire energy may be just what we need right now. Feel your passions, whether love or creativity and nurture them. Wear Gold. 

Solar Eclipse in Taurus ~ April 24th-30th, 2022

Sunday ~ Moving into the first eclipse of 2022, a solar eclipse in Taurus on Saturday, we have a waning Moon now, a diminishing of the Moon's light. Aquarius Moon favors planning and preparing to use new technology, systems, and pursue your vision. Today's aspects looks quite mixed and you may run into a stubborn and unexpected block or other resistance with two strong squares including Mercury square to Saturn putting a damper or limitation front and center. Finding ways to get around things with alternative approaches is one order of the day. Mercury has a very different aspect with Neptune though, and it may enhance creativity, soften our feelings, and lead us on journeys without specific destinations. In the evening, the Moon meets Saturn, pointing to how we really feel about major issues and decisions, and reigning in the energy or courage to do something about that. Finally the Moon and Mercury square and that aspect isn't easy but may be worth the effort to try and find the solution for you and someone else/others to agree on. Void Moon starts at 8:33 pm ET. Today's color is Blue.

Monday ~ The Moon shifts to Pisces at 6:15 am ET. Between now and Wednesday, the Moon meets a handful of planets now in Pisces. This highlights emotions, sensitivities, imagination, art, creative pursuits, and ability to go with the flow. Two of those planets meet on Saturday, the same hour as the solar eclipse, which is quite fortunate in this case since they are loving Venus and benevolent Jupiter. I suspect romance and relationship are part of this week's eventfulness and emotional tone. We'll be more in touch with our true feelings if these aspects influence us. Today, The Moon aligns with the Taurus Sun, foreshadowing Saturday's solar eclipse. Expect earthy, connected, sensual and sentimental energy. The Moon meets Mars and really activates our deeper emotions. If you're uncomfortable in the emotional realm, this may be jarring or uneasy. But feelings must be faced. Can we do this gracefully? Wear Light Green.

Tuesday ~ Pisces Moon sextile to Uranus in Taurus. Surprise news, reactions, feelings, and emotions come to the surface. We are so close to the eclipse and influenced by the planets that are active this weekend during it. Expect to be emotionally stirred and feel excited or melancholy, depending on the circumstances. Change is in the air. Adapted plans and expectations will be necessary. Today's color is Green.

Wednesday ~ This is a peak Pisces type of day as the Moon meets Venus, Jupiter, Neptune and connects with planets in earth signs Taurus and Capricorn, all between midnight and mid morning. The earth sign influence helps us do something about those prevailing feelings and emotional situations, to be constructive while not bypassing how we or someone else feel and are affected. Today may be lucky, full of love, encouraging of forgiveness or reconciling, and also may be introspective and a good time to journal and do some self reflection. Void Moon 9:36 am to 12:10 pm, and those hours are better for disengaging, stepping back, allowing space for you or someone else, not pushing and instead flowing and waiting something out as needed. Aries Moon comes in at 12:10 pm ET. Venus and Neptune meet in Pisces this afternoon for a very sentimental, romantic, heartfelt, possibly rose colored experience. Enjoy pleasures, people, music, and art. Stay true to yourself through all of it. Wear Pink.

Thursday ~ Waning Moon in Aries. This Aries Moon is in contrast with many of the water and earth sign influences of the week. If Pisces Moon makes you foggy or overly dreamy, the Aries Moon may perk you up and energize you. We are all different in our lunar responses. Following along with the Moon and these forecasts may help you know yourself better in that way. Mercury in Taurus aligns with Pluto in Capricorn. This syncs well with the waning Moon as it's reflective and helps us review our plans, dreams and intentions before Saturday afternoon's New Moon eclipse. Practice self care and self awareness. Make some plans and leave room for alterations which are almost guaranteed in the next month! Wear Yellow today.

Friday ~ Aries Moon aligns with Saturn and means business. That can be great if you're procrastinating and need to set the intention and begin. Tomorrow is New Moon with a Solar Eclipse, so some things can wait for the power of the new beginning. However, it contains surprises you cannot yet predict, so ...perhaps begin without going so far you cannot revise or change your course. The Moon square Pluto might be why you have inner reservations or uncertainty. Listen to your wise inner knowing. That voice and those feelings have meaning. Void Moon 5:38 pm ET, and Mercury moves to Gemini at 6:23 pm leading to another change as the Moon enters Taurus at 8:19 pm, making way for New Moon Saturday 4:28 pm ET. I suspect some no or yes answers will reverse in the next few days. So MAYBE or Let's Revisit this next week could be the ideal way to handle things today. Perspective and plans are due to change. Wear Black for the dark Moon.

Saturday ~ Taurus Moon and Sun meet in a solar eclipse at 4:28 pm ET. This is also the New Moon. Venus and Jupiter meet in Pisces at 5:14 pm ET for love, prosperity, and good fortune. Mars is the planet most influential to New Moon, which activates and gives us a push forward ready or not. The events and influences of this eclipse go beyond today and are most active for 2-4 weeks. Eclipses are said to instigate and bring up the most unexpected things. The Venus/Jupiter influence adds sweetness and hopefully good news, promises, engagements, and yes answers. Wear White.

Sun in Taurus and Earth Day 2022 ~ April 17th -23rd, 2022

Sunday ~ The Moon is still Full for most intents and purposes. Many situations and feelings are heightened through today. Mercury and Uranus, both across from the Moon, increases disagreements or shocking announcements, and both are in fixed, unyielding signs. Debates are probably not worth the energy or emotional expense. Scorpio Moon is in harmony with Venus for personal feelings of fulfillment, pleasure, and togetherness, though. Tonight, Mercury and Venus meet for timely encounters, romance, and a higher change of agreement with one another. It might be the evening to ask a favor, gently, or to consider reconciliation, forgiveness, or a peace treaty of some kind. Wear rose Red.

Monday ~ Scorpio Moon, and Mercury meets Uranus overnight in Taurus. If something is disturbing the balance or status quo, it's likely to rise up fast and with a fury. This relates to news, announcements, unplanned changes, and things related to money and security. Venus also meets Uranus, the planet of sudden happenings, and Venus is especially related to relationships and romantic life. Venus in Pisces can also relate to creativity or codependence and is quite emotional. There are several other aspects in the zodiac today, and it appears eventful and potentially challenging. It might feel like the Moon is Full or like going through an eclipse (which we are in the two week to one month aura of, now). Avoid arguing with yourself, pushing too hard or blaming yourself or someone else for things that no one is in control of. Do things that steady you or help you unplug from stress and overdoing. Ask for help in immediate situations that require good judgment and an action. The Moon is void at 7:55 pm and moves to Sagittarius at 10:18 pm ET Wear Black today.

Tuesday ~ Sagittarius Moon is square to Mars in Pisces. This is kind of a rough aspect since squares have sharp edges, Pisces is a sensitive sign, and Mars is not, and the sign Sagittarius has a bold and sometimes impulsive manner. Feelings are the issue. Try not to unknowingly  or knowingly offend. Do what you said you'd do, unless there's a good reason. People might be edgy and easily put off. Taurus season begins as the Sun changes signs at 10:24 pm ET. Wear Orange today. 

Wednesday ~ Sagittarius Moon has 4 energetic aspects today. It appears there's lots to sort out, for example questions of reliability, responsibilities and roles. Also, some will be exploring and investigating options for study or travel and trying to make plans work. There's a theme around knowledge and wisdom, such as changing philosophy of life or direction. Sagittarius and Pisces, one of the other signs involved, are both mutable signs, meaning flexibility, versatility and changes of course. Void Moon 4:56 pm to 11:52 pm, when we might feel adventurous or  break free from the usual for a while. Wear Purple today.

Thursday ~  Capricorn Moon time from 11:52 pm ET on Wednesday, and the Moon harmonizes with the Sun and Uranus both in Taurus. This may help with problem solving. Detach for sensible answers and resolutions. We may need to be objective or may encounter people more objective that our selves. Listen to advice, whether you follow it or decide not to. The Moon  and Mars are also aligned for action around employment, home related decisions, and work in general. Notice if you're in a good routine or are finding that something energizes you or motivates. Make a to do list and check something off it. Wear Brown.

Friday ~ Earth Day. I'll be on air at WMPG (app, online and 90.9 in southern Maine) from 3-5 pm and will offer some zodiac zone insights along with music, some of it earth day inspired. Capricorn Moon engages with 5 planets and all these aspects are harmonious. Act on something you want a favorable outcome for. Use Capricorn know how with Pisces intuition. Mix business and pleasure. At 11:53 pm the Moon and Pluto meet, and it's time to rest and recharge. Act and interact with self awareness. Today's color is Green.

Saturday ~ Aquarius Moon time begins at 2:17 am ET. The Moon squares the Sun in Taurus and on Sunday squares Uranus, also in Taurus. We'll be questioning or revising what we thought was in place. Decisions and traditions are second guessed and may be diverted from. Aquarius is a sign of the future and technology. One question may be how untraditional or rebellious to be. Today's color is Turquoise.

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Mercury in Taurus & Libra Full Moon ~ Astrology for April 10th-16th, 2022

Sunday ~ Leo Moon time begins at 12:00 am exactly. Mercury rules the day however, making a final move in Aries, a square to Pluto, and then moving into Taurus at 10:09 pm ET. Mercury inspires the thought processes, words and plans. The square provokes inner awareness, such as hearing yourself speak or your tone of voice or announcing something without lots of forethought. Be self aware with words today, both spoken and written. Another effect could come as you want to put plans inaction and feel or perceive whatever is in the way or needs to be taken care of first. Mercury moves to Taurus tonight for a period of long term commitments. It's a positive time for marriages, engagements and other decisions and actions you want to breathe long life into. Leo Moon sails along with no major aspects today, and is also a fixed sign for loyalty and promises. Wear Yellow.

Monday~Leo Moon squares Uranus in Taurus. Should we take an unforeseen opportunity and make the commitment to someone or something? It's a good question to contemplate and notice if you feel all in or have reservations. Act accordingly. What we enter now is likely to last long and be difficult to change with the strong rooting of Mercury in Taurus and Leo longevity. Collaborations between different personalities could go very well if you're willing to listen to each other and move through creative differences. There's also some upset or reversal in the air and unusual circumstances present themselves. It's natural not to immediately know what to do and how to respond. Leo Moon opposes Saturn and aligns with the Sun. All of this feels like energy for agreements, resolutions and commitments (a word coming up often in the forecasts these two weeks in a row). Today's color is Gold.

Tuesday~Leo Moon opposes Mars in Aquarius and appears as a call for action, resistance or banding together and maybe both. Mars works and persists for the greater good while in Aquarius. Friends may come into conflict with each other as opinions or vision differ strongly. Compromise can happen though, with patience and effort. Void Moon 6:18 am to 10:07 am when roadblocks could start the day. Try something other than force and wait it out if possible. Virgo Moon brings a feel of yield at 10:07 am and aligns with Mercury newly in Taurus for finding new alternatives and approaches. Solutions may come more easily. Dig in rather than delegate. Be part of the process rather than expecting others to do the work. Jupiter and Neptune meet in Pisces for love, sensitivity, reconciliation and on a different note, could be too extravagant or over the top. Keep moderation in mind. The Sun aligns with Saturn which is so different from the Jupiter/Neptune conjunction and leads to legal, business, and community action with rules and terms in mind. New agreements are formed or put into place. Today's color is Black.

Wednesday~Virgo Moon opposite Venus in Pisces points to matters of relationship, whether to reconcile, forgive or yield, or how much to do so. Sorting out matters of love and harmony, even among family members or friends as well as in married and romantic partnerships. And we may be drawn to people we really 'feel for'. Be aware of things like codependent love or friendship. Can we give without enabling or being taken advantage of? Do you and the other party have the same intentions or reasons for wanting to be together or walking this path at this time? It's also an opposition for resolving creative differences. Uranus and the Moon are in harmony which means things happen fast and that includes new solutions to existing issues. Sudden developments lead to the next step. Today's color is Pink.

Thursday~ Virgo Moon opposite Neptune and Jupiter in Pisces. Quite a few oppositions in the zodiac are indicating sorting out, trying to find balance and to compromise or agree to disagree. Review your expectations based on what you're coming up against or who you're in talks or terms with. The planets in Pisces want softening around emotions and qualities like peace and forgiveness. Virgo Moon has the mutable nature to work with that rather than against it, as long as it feels sensible. Maintain boundaries as necessary. Move and act according to what's good for both body and soul. Todays is sensual, sensitive, and a day for creating with the hands, channeling stress into beauty. The Moon and Pluto offer an introverted or inner focus and the Moon is void of course after their trine, from 2:11 pm to 4:46 pm ET. Libra Moon follows with harmony and partnering as core components of the next two days. Full Moon is approaching.  Wear Blue.

Friday~Libra Moon, and Mars entered Pisces at 11:06 pm ET on Thursday night. Mars is not very comfortable in emotional Pisces and we may have trouble with pent up anger or energy during the next several weeks. Emotional situations may cause discomfort, stress or overreaction. But today, Libra Moon lingers with a sense of desire to make things right, fair and collaborative. Notice if judgment creeps in and try to be objective. Use good sense, pros and cons, and make things equitable. Libra is partnership, dates, duos, inner conflict, yin/yang and reconciling opposites. The Full Moon time reflects that, and the Libra Full Moon is Saturday at 2:55 pm ET.

It is eclipse season, and the solar eclipse is two weeks away. This Full Moon foreshadows the next two eclipses which occur two weeks apart on April 30th and May 14th. Today's color is Lavender.

Saturday~ Full Moon in Libra, sign of marriage and business partnership, of the harmony and beauty found in music and dance, in sound, symmetry, and compatibility. Saturn and Pluto interact with the Moon  most closely, giving this Full Moon meditative quality and speaking to serious decisions and issues that may need to be contemplated with someone else, rather than alone. Consult with someone. try to be understanding for both yourself and others, since the tone is one of importance, a crossroad, and a need to choose a direction. Uncertainty is a Full Moon stumbling block this month. Can we find the right balance between uncertainty and action and really listen to the inner voice and the signs along the way, to not be impulsive or act without consideration, but also to not get stuck in complete indecision. Some will be deciding on their path together or apart. The Moon is void from5:57 to 8:53 pm ET and then moves to Scorpio. Our solar eclipse in two weeks is in Taurus and lunar in four weeks is in Scorpio. We maybe getting clues or ideas about how the eclipses will roll through and alter situations, force action and change, and transform current situations. IMPORTANCE is a word that comes to mind for this Libra Full Moon. Today's color is White. 

Spend solar eclipse in an aerial hammock with a live music dreamscape as JUST MILK joins me for ETHERIAL AERIAL at Leaping Waters in South Portland. No prior aerial experience required :) Come to rest, move, dance, and dream your way through the solar eclipse with our many windows and possibly open to the outdoor air, if the temperatures allow. Envision yourself in magical, supportive space and sound, cocooned in your hammock or moving to the music <3

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Happy Full Moon!

Robin 

Venus in Pisces Astrology for April 3rd-9th, 2022

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Sunday~The Moon and Uranus meet in Taurus today. Taurus appreciates steadiness while the planet Uranus looks to what's next and sparks the unplanned. Sometimes this is not easy to reconcile or adjust to. Notice if you're clinging tightly to the comfort zone or if things are changing too fast to adjust to or keep up with. Do what feels most grounding. Lavender is today's color. 

Monday~Mars and Saturn meet in Aquarius, pushing for the future, requiring both action and commitment. Taurus Moon continues to engage with planets and we may be seeking balance as shifts and changes occur.. Venus's last act in Aquarius is a square to the Moon, potentially showing the trouble spots or areas needing reconciliation in personal or collaborative relationships. The Moon is void from 9:53 pm ET.. Strong wills will be obvious today and they may clash. Gemini Moon 11:04 pm on. Today's color is Turquoise.

Tuesday~Venus enters Pisces at 11:18 am ET, for a time of forgiveness, compassion, generosity and softening around emotions. After yesterday in particular, we may really appreciate this influence. The Moon is in Gemini. Try not to be overly distracted by news or things that aren't truly important to you. Focus on yourself. Notice what you and others need emotionally now. Wear Pink.

Wednesday~Gemini Moon engages with the Sun and 5 planets. The pros are open communication leading to harmonious and collaboration. Saturn indicates forming committed agreements and creating something from duality, such as making two differing ideas or plans come together as one. The questionable side is exactly that...questionable. So if the square between the Moon and Neptune feels duplicitous or deceiving, really delve in deeper and question until you know the truth or reality. And if the square between Jupiter and the Moon feels like overindulging or losing your healthy boundaries, recommit to what's good for you. There's likely to be news, activity around agreements and contracts, and a feeling of breaking through stagnation, even if that's not easy. Void Moon 11:15 pm to 11:30 am on Thursday. Today's color is Yellow.

Thursday~The Moon begins void of course so the more organized you are, the more smoothly things may go. Don't be surprised if people are forgetful, spacy, or not timely. Send reminders if it matters. Mercury and Saturn set up a let's get things done mood, but it's important not to rush through details this morning. Legal and contractual matters and situations are up for decisions and signatures. At 11:30 am ET, the Moon shifts to emotion ruled Cancer,  moving us from mind to emotions in terms of how we feel and interact. Cancer Moon aligns with Venus, newly in Pisces, for reconciling, romance, and intuition with how one another feel and how to respond lovingly. Wear a moonstone kind of White.

Friday~Cancer Moon connects with Uranus, the rebel, in Taurus, the bull. We need to be aware of and gentle with each other's feelings. If not, we'll run into or experience defensiveness and overprotection. Also we have to be able to roll with things that aren't exactly as planned. If not, there's going to be alot of anger or tears. Changes that might not be desired will still need to be faced or coped with. Mercury in Aries leads us to initiate and make plans, share our wants and needs, and refuse to hold back. Mercury syncs with Aries ruler Mars today. Mars in Aquarius is strong willed and acts for the common good. Some will act on or speak on behalf of the whole group today, even if it might not be welcome or well received by the other party. There's plenty of strong emotion and energy in the air today. Take deep breaths and think before reacting. Wear Orange.

Saturday~Cancer Moon squares the Sun. This often brings us to crossroads where we need to decide or compromise, make some progress, or engage with an adversary or inner conflict. Planets in Pisces align with this Cancer Moon, for emotional awareness and open hearts. Mercury and the Moon are at a square so conversations may not go so easily. Use actions to show and support your words. Walk the walk. The Moon is opposite Pluto for some soul searching and seeking understanding of motivations and motives, mainly  your own. Void Moon from 9:01 pm ET to 12:00 midnight. Wear Purple.

Mercury in Aries & Forecasts for March 27th to April 2nd, 2022

Sunday~ Mercury moves into Aries at 3:44 am ET, instigating bold moves and fresh new plans. This pairs well with Aquarius conjunctions on Monday, especially if you're hoping to get things moving and get a fresh start. New Moon in Aries is on Friday the 1st of April. Today, Aquarius Moon aligns with the Aries Sun for inventive and original thinking and a future oriented focus. Clear the way for Friday's New Moon and feel connected to your purpose and what excites you. Follow that. Wear Red.

Monday~Aquarius Moon meets Mars, Venus, and Saturn plus Venus and Saturn have a direct conjunction at 3:27 pm ET. Relationships are the main idea. Planets and the Moon encourage committing to something together, making decisions for the two of you, and also setting some relationship boundaries as necessary. Envision, imagine and act on your future, as partners or in some cases as a group. Both personal and professional relationships are highlighted. New working or romantic relationships may feel promising and inspiring. Be authentic and up front honest with each other. Void Moon 10:11 am ET on. Wear Pink today.

Tuesday~The Moon moves to Pisces at 12:32 am ET. The Moon is diminishing in light, waning. Clear the way for new things. Clean the house, your workspace and other areas where clutter has accumulated. As you go about ordinary tasks and maybe float a bit from one thing to another, there's an undercurrent of action and change. The Moon aligns with Uranus at 10:54 pm ET. Something may come together in a surprising way. Trust the process today. I hope you get a great surprise this week! Today's color is Light Blue.

Wednesday~Pisces Moon meets Jupiter and Neptune, two planets that influenced last week quite a bit. Pisces activates for loving, forgiving, creative, and flexible effects. These aspects look hopeful, gentle, and generous. Invite an abundance of whatever is needed. Act from the heart and keep your heart open to possibility. The pitfall could be escapism or too much yield. Stay strong in any way you need to. Immerse in creative endeavors. Visit a waterscape and be like water. Today's color is Blue.

Thursday~On the threshold of Aries New Moon, continue to clean and clear, prepare for the new even if you don't know what it is! Pisces Moon aligns with Pluto in Capricorn overnight, for dreams and realizations. Connect with your true, inner most feelings first thing this morning. Breathe into that. This is also a New Moon preparation. You have to know how you really feel before you can take that next best step. 5:30 am ET brings Aries Moon for two days, and the Moon meets Mercury at 10:35 pm as New Moon approaches. Mercury is about thoughts, plans, words, statements, announcements and news. Allow for change in the most needed area of life. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and this New Moon has qualities of rebirth and initiation. New Moon 2:24 am ET on Friday. Today's color is White.

Friday~Aries New Moon on the first of a new month. Act on your dreams and plans. The Moon aligns with courageous Mars in intelligent Aquarius. This feels like knowing exactly what to do, with the future in mind. The Moon also syncs with Saturn in Aquarius  and we'll tend to stand up for our rights and the rights of others, to act with the larger group in mind, and to commit to roles in our communities or workplaces. There's a serious, intentional quality to this New Moon. Act accordingly, like it all means something. Sense what's most important and let that be your guide. Wear Purple.

Saturday~Aries Moon in harmony with Venus helps lovers, partners and even friends see eye to eye. Adventures and new experiences are favored. There's a sense of letting the past go, especially petty and unimportant things. Move on from a grudge or resentment. Those things generally only hold us back. This is a going forward time. It's a great time for a first date too! Invite renewal. Two other aspects influence the day. Aries Moon squares Pluto and this can mean inner struggle. Which voice is louder, the impulsive one or the wiser one? Void Moon 9:51 am to 12:50 pm ET, and Taurus Moon follows. Get firm in your commitment and true to your purpose and heart. Honor your promises and be loyal. Mercury and the Sun meet in Aries for another New Moon type push, to the action, to the future, to the new plan. It's an expressive and rejuvenating type of energy. Wear Yellow.

What's going on this spring?  How might you invite something new and inspiring and reconnect with  your heart? So glad you asked! 

My good friend Lucy Liaw is teaching a Fundamentals Yoga class for all levels in a 5 week series starting Saturday, April 9th, for 5 weeks. Begin or renew your yoga practice with Lucy. She's one of the kindest, most genuine people I know and is a natural teacher who is also a martial artist. I have a sliding scale for you if you take the series 

5 Saturdays 8:00-9:00 am $50, $60 or $75, pay what you can and if you need to miss a week, make it up at a Wed. Morning Yoga class with me or at a weekend Restorative Yoga class this month or in the future. 

Saturday, April 30th on the day and hour of Solar Eclipse, join me and JUST MILK MUSIC 

ETHERIAL AERIAL with Live Music 4:00-5:15 PM

It'll be super chill and we'll ride the eclipse wave together, in hammocks, with  movement or peaceful rest, as you choose

$39

Photos of LUCY and JUST MILK

reserve with an email or browse the website and rsvp there

leapingwatersyoga@gmail.com

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Robin